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Tim November – Grace Media Group – photographed a rainbow around the sun, over the West Tennessee Sportsplex, Sunday.
Sometimes referred to as a solar halo or a sun halo, it is viewed as a ‘quite rare occurrence.’
In a typical year, there may only be one or two such sightings. These rainbows are caused by light passing through ice crystals in cirrus clouds, which act as a prism that refracts the light into its spectral colors.
A sun rainbow – better known as a sundog is a concentrated patch of sunlight that is occasionally seen to the right or the left of the sun or even on both ..read more
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2d ago
Pre-planning … it just makes sense
Rev. Jimmy D. Breedlove
Age: 79
Visitation: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m., today, Friday, May 3, at Arrington
Funeral Service: 11 a.m., Saturday, May 4, at Hickory Grove Baptist Church in Moscow, TN
Arrington Funeral Directors
731.668.1111
William “Butch” Stedham
Age: 71
Services in Russellville, AL
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731.668.1111
Georgia Blankenship
Pending
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Martha Chance
No services
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Rev. Jimmy Dale Breedlove, a dedicated servant of the Lord, has peacefully passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024, at the age of 79 in Memphis, TN. His life was one rich with love, faith, and service to his community.
Born on November 25, 1944, in Moscow, TN, the son of the late Clyde and Cora Lee Watkins Breedlove. Rev. Breedlove’s journey was marked by a deep commitment to his faith and the churches he served over his forty-eight-year career.
A graduate of Union University in Jackson, TN, he spread love and compassion through his work at various churches including Cotton Wood Baptist in Miss ..read more
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3d ago
Record number of ECH students to graduate
JACKSON, TENN. – Jackson State Community College (JSCC) will hold its 56th commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 4, at the Carl Perkins Civic Center and feature Dr. Frank McMeen, president of the Community Foundation of West Tennessee, to speak at both the 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. ceremonies where JSCC will graduate more than 370 students.
According to a press release from Henry Kilpatrick – Jackson State Community College – Institutional Advancement, Marketing & Engagemen – tDr. Frank McMeen, who has served as president of the C ..read more
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3d ago
Memphis, TN – On May 1, 2024, U.S. Marshals successfully apprehended Breanna Williams for
First Degree Murder, Abuse of a Corpse, Especially Aggravated Robbery, Aggravated Robbery,
and Conspiracy to Commit Aggravated Robbery for a 2019 homicide.
Williams is accused of being involved in a robbery and shooting that resulted in the death of Baba
Said on July 3, 2019, at a residence in the 1400 block of Amarillo Street in Memphis, Tennessee.
A warrant for Williams’ arrest in connection to this crime was issued on April 24, 2024.
The U.S. Two Rivers Violent Fugitive Task Force (TRVFTF) in ..read more
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3d ago
From the Department of Transportation –
There will be possible DAYTIME or NIGHTTIME lane closures at various locations in Region 4 to make repairs or new installs on an as needed basis at various locations throughout the 21 counties.
District 47
DYER COUNTY
SR-20 The repair of bridge on US 412 (SR 20) over the North Fork Forked Deer River will cause temporary lane closures throughout the project.
DYER COUNTY
SR-181: The resurfacing on SR 181 from SR 104 (L.M. 11.48) to the Lake County Line (L.M. 21.980) will cause temporary lane closures throughout the project.
DYER COUNTY
SR-104  ..read more
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4d ago
LIFELINE Blood Services- May 2024 Blood Drives
What’s coming up soon:
6th Annual Car Giveaway, sponsored by Joe Mahan Ford. We are excited about this, and I am looking forward to the big reveal! This will run Memorial Day to Labor Day. Summer is always tough on blood collections, so we hope this promo will keep blood donations top of mind!
Next theme drive date is-
All American blood drive: June 27 – Jackson and June 29- Dyersburg
The post LIFELINE Blood Services – May mobile calendar appeared first on WNWS Radio - Jackson, Tennessee, USA ..read more
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4d ago
Pre-planning … it just makes sense
Mary Prest
Age: 54
Visitation: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m., today, Thursday, May 2, at Arrington
Graveside Service: 12 p.m. today, Thursday, May 2, at Rose Hill Cemetery
Arrington Funeral Directors
731.668.1111
Ruth Schuster
Age: 69
Visitation: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m., today, Thursday, May 2, at Arrington
Graveside Service: 12 p.m., today, Thursday, May 2, at Rose Hill Cemetery
Arrington Funeral Directors
731.668.1111
Rev. Jimmy D. Breedlove
Age: 79
Visitation: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m., Friday, May 3, at Arrington
Funeral Service: 11 a.m., Saturday, May 4, at Hickory G ..read more
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4d ago
An investigation by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office has resulted in the indictment of James DeFoor, a former Assistant District Attorney (ADA) in the 26th Judicial District comprised of Chester, Henderson, and Madison counties. The investigation began after District Attorney General Jody Pickens of the 26th Judicial District immediately notified the Comptroller’s Office of suspected payroll irregularities.
Investigators determined DeFoor received $21,699.18 in unearned wages and employee paid benefits from the Madison County government between September 30, 2022, and December ..read more
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4d ago
Roberts Jewelers was founded March 1, 1946 in Jackson, Tennessee by Mr. Joe Cohen. The original store was a cornerstone of the downtown area for decades. Mr. Cohen’s love for jewelry and passion for people created a successful business that concentrates on superior quality and excellent customer service.
Roberts Jewelers is located at 405 Vann Drive.
This is an up-to-date list of marriage licenses issued by the Madison County Clerk.
Cedric Wayne Anderson, Shamica Jennell Thompson
Joshua Alec Bates, Katie Ann Ball
Steven Elliott Carsley, Emma Christine Grannemann
Christopher Shane Crosser, Kel ..read more